2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 96 L |
